Little Argus: June 24

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Today

Concert: There will be a free concert featuring Jerry Serrano from 7-10 p.m. June 24 at the Fiddler's Inn Bed & Breakfast, 705 N. Canyon St. Bring your own lawn chair.

Saturday

Rifle match: The Carlsbad Sportsman's Club will have a rifle match on June 25. It will be a low power rifle match and half scale (heavy) animals will be used. The range will open at 7:30 a.m. for sight-in and practice and the match will start at 9 a.m. The entry fee is $5. For more information, call Dwayne Smith at 575-885-8256.

Ducky Affair: The 27th Annual Ducky Affair will June 25 at the Carlsbad Elks Lodge Pool. The festivities begin at 11 a.m. with Splash Down at Noon. The public is invited to attend, but attendance is not necessary to win. Assistance League® Members are selling the tickets for a $5 donation. Tickets may be purchased at La Tienda, Southwest Pharmacy, Candlewood, Western Commerce Bank South Branch, The Shade Tree, Danny's Place, Interior Motives and Garden Mart.

Announcements

Cheer camp: There will be cheer camp for children ages 5 and up from 8 a.m.-noon July 25-27 with show off at 7 p.m. July 28 at Carlsbad High School. Registration is from 10 a.m.-noon June 29 and July 6 at the Carlsbad mall. Late registration will be available July 25 at the CHS gym. The cost is $60. Call 575-499-8059.

Head Start: Southeast NM Community Action Corporation Head Start Program is now accepting children's applications for the 2016-2017 program year. The child must have turned 3 or 4 years old before Sept. 1, 2016. Call 575-887-3939 for more information.

Art exhibit: Check out Future Architecture, a new exhibit in the Local Hangout at the Carlsbad Museum & Art Center featuring architect Frank Mackay Jr.

Donations needed: Cavern City Young Marines is in need of funds to supply our first basic training class with uniforms, hiking and camping gear, canteens and to cover the sign-up cost for about 20 kids. The Young Marines is a national youth education program. More information can be found at www.youngmarines.com. Donations can be made at www.gofundme.com/caverncity.

Volleyball camp: The Carlsbad volleyball team will hold two camps, one for girls in grades 6-9 on June 28-30 and one for girls in kindergarten to fifth grade Aug. 2-4. For more information contact coach Bobby Bates at 575-420-4291.

Meals for the homeless: One Love Community Outreach is currently providing meals to the less fortunate in our community every Saturday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Dr. MLK Jr. Park. If you are interested in volunteering or donating items, please contact Cody Franco at 575-302-0795 or onelovecommunityoutreach@gmail.com.

Free lunches: Free lunches will be offered to children ages 18 and under from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. ​Mon.-Fri. at the Riverwalk Recreation Center. Activities are also be provided. For more information, call 575-887-2702.

Softball tournament: A six-man softball tournament will be on July 2. The tournament will be limited to six teams and the entry fee is $125. The entry deadline is June 29. For more information, call Kevin Harris at 575-689-7390.

Tennis tournament: The USTA-Southwest adult tennis tournament will be held July 2-4 at Lake Carlsbad Tennis Complex. The entry deadline is 6 p.m. June 27. For more information, contact Charlie Jurva at 575-887-1980.

Family Cancer Retreat: Cancer Services of New Mexico's Family Cancer Retreat will be Sept. 9-11 at the Marriott Albuquerque Pyramid North Hotel. This free program provides NM's adult cancer patients/survivors and their loved ones with tools and information they need to manage the treatment and survival process. Sessions on treatment options, navigating the health care system, palliative care, meditation, family communications, nutrition, using the internet effectively and a variety of other topics will be offered. To receive an application packet, go to www.cancerservicesnm.org or call Mike at 505-239-4239.

Volunteer opportunity: Keep Carlsbad Beautiful offers both volunteer and community service hours (court ordered, school programs, civic organizations, etc.) for community clean up projects year round. To sign up, call Mary Garwood at 575-234-7925.

Public meetings: Eddy County is holding public meetings as part of the adoption process for the proposed Eddy County Manufactured Home Placement Permit Ordinance. These meetings will be facilitated by Eddy County and will include discussion with the community. This discussion will be to gather input from Eddy County residents and move forward with these comments to the Eddy County Board of Commissioners for possible final approval of the ordinance. Public meetings will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. June 29 at the Eddy County North Road Department, 2611 S. 13th St. in Artesia and from 5:30-6:30 p.m. July 6 t the Eddy County Commission Chambers on the 2nd floor of the Eddy County Administration Building, 101 W. Greene St., in Carlsbad. The meetings will be live streamed and available for viewing at https://livestream.com/rrv. Contact Steve McCroskey, Eddy County Planner, at 575-628-5462 with any questions. A Spanish language interpreter will be available upon specific request at least 24 hours prior to each meeting.

Summer Reading Academy 2016: The City of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Municipal School District invite your child to join us for a fun and educational elementary reading program. Your child may attend one or more of the academies. Participation includes a free t-shirt and prizes. Registration will be at 8 a.m. on the first day of the Reading Academy. Sessions are 8 a.m.-noon Mon.-Thurs. Hillcrest: June 6-16; Puckett: June 6-16; Riverside: June 6-16; Joe Stanley Smith: June 13-23; Pate: June 13-23; Monterrey (4 week session): June 20-July 14; Sunset: June 20-30; Craft: June 27-July 7.

Early College High School Jumpstart: All incoming freshmen attending the Carlsbad Early College High School are required to attend the Summer College Readiness Jumpstart from 8 a.m.-noon July 25-28 and Aug. 1-3. July 28 will be 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for extended activities. Carlsbad Early College High School is located at 1500 University Dr. (NMSU-C campus).

Board elections: The Cavemen baseball board will hold elections for all 2017 positions at 6 p.m. June 27. For more information, contact Daryl Day at 575-361-0564.

Volunteers needed: The Carlsbad Literacy Program is seeking volunteers for several tutoring positions in our program. These tutors will be responsible for teaching classes and instructing students in basic literacy, English as a second language, Pre-GED and citizenship preparation. No past teaching experience is required, we will train. If interested, call 575-885-1752 or email literacy1@valornet.com.

Students needed: The Carlsbad Literacy Program is looking for people that need assistance in the following areas: Basic Literacy, English as a Second Language, Pre-GED and Citizenship preparation. We are currently offering classes Mon.-Thurs. from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.. If you need assistance or know someone who does, contact us at 575-885-1752, literacy1@valornet.com or come by 511 N. 12th St.

Golf scramble: There will be a charity golf tournament Aug. 6 at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Championship Golf Course. All proceeds benefit the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter in Ruidoso Downs. Call Susanne at 575-9378-6378 or register online at http://helpendabuseforlife.org/registration/.

Zoo camp: Friends of Living Desert will once again sponsor Zoo Camp at Living Desert State Park. This year’s theme is “Conservation and Ecology of the Chihuahuan Desert.” The camp is for children ages 7 -12 years and the dates are July 11-15 or July 18-22. Registration begins June 1 and space is very limited, so register your child as soon as possible. For more information, please call Sandra Cosand or Kathryn Law at 575-887-5516.

Drug disposal: Dispose of unwanted medications (pills, tablets) anonymously at the drop box in the entrance to Carlsbad Police Department, 602 W. Mermod. Liquids, ointments, needles and inhalers are not accepted but can be disposed of at a drug take-back event in spring or fall. Sponsored by Carlsbad Community Anti-Drug/Gang Coalition and City of Carlsbad.

Art show: Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park will host the annual Carlsbad Area Art Association Living Desert Show in the Visitor Center from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 26-July 4 every day. This show features the exhibit and sale of artwork and crafts with a Chihuahuan Desert theme. For more information, call 575-887-5516.

Celebrate Recovery: You are invited to Celebrate Recovery which meets each Monday night at 5:30 p.m. as a safe place to address your hurts, hang ups, and habits (addictions). 1502 W. Mermod. Info at 1-800-601-4530.

Volunteers needed: The New Mexico Child Abuse & Neglect Citizen Review Board is accepting volunteer applications. Volunteers review cases of children in foster care and make recommendations to the court and the State Advisory Committee. If you are interested in improving the child welfare system in Eddy County, able to devote 6-10 hours each month, complete mandated trainings, access and use a computer and travel within the county, this may be the perfect volunteer opportunity for you. Apply at http://www.nmcrb.org or call 575-646-3785 for more information.

Track camp: The Carlsbad track and field team will hold its summer youth camp from 8-11 a.m. June 28-30 at Ralph Bowyer Stadium. The camp is open to boys and girls entering grades 4-8 and registration is $30 per camper. There is a discount for families with more than one child. For more information, contact Cavegirls coach Bobby Bates at 575-420-4291 or Cavemen coach Carlton Gillette at 915-244-5546.

Class of '86: The CHS class of 1986 will hold their 30th reunion July 1-2. Please check Facebook or contact Donia McDaniel (Dunlap) for more information. Classes of '84, '85, '87 and '88 also invited to attend.

Donations needed: CPAWS, an animal advocacy 501(c)(3) is looking for donations in order to continue our free dog and cat food giveaway and our dog house project. CPAWS qualifies low income families to receive free dog and cat food to help them keep their pets. All animals must be spayed or neutered within 3 months in order to continue to receive food. Please contact Suzanne Hathon at 575-302-2341. Donations can be made at Carlsbad National Bank, acct. #66141. Call us to receive a tax deductible form as donations are tax deductible. Thank you from CPAWS.

LULAC royalty: LULAC Council 206 is taking applications for the Sept. 16 Queen and Princess. Girls in grade 6-8 are eligible for Princess and 9-12 for Queen. Call Benny at 575-706-9398 or Jessica at 575-706-8311 for more information.

Class Reunion: The class of 1976 Reunion will beheld July 1 -2 at the Riverside Country Club. All classmates and teachers are encouraged to attend. Contact Leslie at 575-361-1970 for more information.

Computer classes: The San Jose Center is offering free one-on-one Computer Lessons for individuals 40 years and older. Lessons are on an individual basis and based on what you need to learn and the time that you need. For more information, call the Center at 575-885-1402.

Bereavement services: Golden Services Home Health, Hospice and Counseling offers bereavement support services and counseling for individuals and groups. If interested in participating, please contact Pastors Jason Shirley or Dave Rogers at 575-885-3082 for an appointment.

Early Intervention Services: Early Intervention Services for children birth to three years old provided by CARC, INC. Child Development Services. Call 575-887-2272 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday to schedule a free evaluation/assessment of your child’s development.

Dog houses: Do you need a dog house? CPAWS has small and medium doghouses for those who qualify. Must be picked up. Call Vickie at 575-885-5406.

Celebrate sobriety: Celebrate sobriety every Friday from 5-6 p.m. at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Annex. For more information, call 575-885-8846 on Fridays.

Community Focus: Community Focus invites anyone interested in our great community of Carlsbad and Eddy County to their weekly Friday meetings. Meetings are at IHOP at 2529 S. Canal St. in Carlsbad. From 7-7:30 a.m. there is a meet-and-greet, breakfast ($7) is at 7:30 a.m. and the presentation is at 8 a.m. Anyone wishing to promote their organization to community-minded people, please contact Richard Bradley at rbradley1@farmersagent.com to register.

Volunteers needed: The Carlsbad Hospital Auxiliary needs some smiling faces and helpful spirits, able to volunteer a minimum of one 3 hour shift a week, week days only, assisting patients and visitors at front desk information, escort, gift shop, beverage cart service, or patient Ambassadors. A complimentary meal is available with each volunteer shift. All gift shop proceeds support local university nursing/medical scholarships. For information, call 575-887-4162, 575-725-9163 or 575-361-4149 weekdays. Your smile and helping hands can make a difference to someone who is hurting!

Football camp: Carlsbad will also hold its Blue Champion Days football camps at Ralph Bowyer Stadium for students entering grades 5-9 beginning June 27. For more information, contact coach Gary Bradley at 575-234-3319.

Report graffiti: The Carlsbad Community Anti-Drug/Gang Coalition and Keep Carlsbad Beautiful invite you to report graffiti to the City of Carlsbad for free removal with owner permission. Call 575-887-1200 or dial 311 from a landline. You may remain anonymous.

Driver's ed: NMSU-Carlsbad’s next 56 hour Driver Education Course will be July 6-28, Mon.-Thurs. from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. This course is required for all teens aged 15-17 to obtain a learner’s permit and provisional license from the DMV. Students must be 15 years old by July 28. Register in person with a parent/guardian at NMSU-Carlsbad in Room 1A or 1B and bring an official birth certificate to verify age. Registration fee is $200. Call 234-9268/9247 for more information. Space is limited so register early.

Supply drive: United Way is hosting a supply drive for the newly-opened emergency homeless shelter. Items needed are twin size sheets, plain bedspreads, towels, toilet tissue, paper towels, Kleenex, 33 and 55 gallon trash bags, air freshener, washable pillows and cleaning supplies. Items can be delivered to the United Way office at 116 S. Canyon from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Friday until June 30. Call 575-887-3504 for more information.

Camp: Riverside Elementary will host Camp Invention-EPIC during the week of July 11-15 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Students entering grades one through six can participate in a week long adventure that will turn the summer from ordinary to extraordinary through hands-on problem solving, using science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Partial scholarships are available. For more information or to register go to http://www.campinvention.org or contact Jennifer Dudley 575-706-0929.